After a serious accident, it’s natural to want closure. Medical bills pile up, work becomes difficult and insurance adjusters apply pressure to plaintiffs to “wrap things up quickly.” But in Tennessee, settling a personal injury claim too early can cost injured people...
Wrong-way accidents have become more common in recent years. Studies have found that the main reason for these crashes is alcohol use. The majority of wrong-way accidents are caused by an impaired driver. This does help explain how these accidents happen, especially...
A car crash does not just affect the drivers. The damage also extends to others. If you were riding as a passenger, you may be wondering what your options are for recovery. Do at-fault drivers cover passenger injuries? Under Tennessee's modified comparative fault...
Most new vehicles record critical crash information that can help explain how a collision occurred. This event data recorder (EDR) or “black box” information can support an injured person’s account when fault is disputed. For those dealing with car accident injuries,...
For those who have been injured in a car accident, immediate financial concerns often take precedence when they are considering their right to compensation. But it is also important to think about the long-term costs that they may be facing, especially when accepting...
It only takes an instant for an accident to disrupt your life. One moment your life is normal, and the next you're dealing with injuries, doctor visits and a growing pile of bills. For many people, the real stress goes beyond the physical recovery. Instead, it's the...
The death of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence can leave surviving family members with deep emotional pain and significant financial burdens. In Tennessee, the law provides a structured process to determine who may bring a wrongful death claim and who...
Every time your family gets in the car, you are sharing the road with drivers who are texting, speeding, driving drunk or simply not paying attention. One moment of someone else's negligence can result in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage or worse. While...
You made a mistake at work and now you're hurt. The medical bills are piling up and you can't return to your job. You worry that you won't receive workers' compensation because the accident was your fault. This fear keeps many injured workers from seeking benefits....
After a car accident, medical bills can pile up and accepting a settlement offer can seem like the quickest path to relief. However, you may later discover that your injuries are more serious than you first believed. This raises the question of whether you can file a...
